THE TENNESSEE SOCIETY OF THE SONS OF THE REVOLUTION occasionally awards a $500 scholarship to a student who can demonstrate support for the purposes and goals of the organization.

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Each applicant for the scholarship shall submit an essay demonstrating his/her interest in and knowledge of American History, and explaining how he/she can be effective in furthering the goals and purposes of the Sons of the Revolution. While the exact subject is left up to the applicant, the winning essay will be selected on the basis of its potential to motivate others to perform acts in support of the goals of the Sons of the Revolution. An essay could describe how an organization like the Sons of the Revolution can develop awareness of and interest in the beginnings of our nation and help us to recall the sacrifices that accompanied its birth and underscore the wisdom which devised a system of checks and balances under which all can find an area of opportunity and achieve a full measure of freedom. Another essay might describe how a study of family history and genealogy resulted in the discovery of a revolutionary war ancestor and instilled pride that motivated similar couragous acts by a modern day student. The essays will be evaluated on their historical accuracy, entertainment value and their ability to motivate action on the part of the reader to preserve for succeeding generations the principles of freedom and good government for which our forefathers fought. We prefer to award this scholarship to a graduate of a Tennessee High School, or to a dependent of a member of the Tennessee Society, for undergraduate study in a field which offers an opportunity for active participation in activities which further the goals of the Society. However, the Society reserves the right to award the scholarship to any student pursuing an American History, Political Science, Military Career or any other field that the student can demonstrate by the excellence of his/her essay in supportive of the goals of the Society. The selection of the winner is made by the Society after an evaluation of essays submitted by applicants. The Society shall have to sole right to select the winner, and its decision shall be final. By submitting an essay, the applicant grants the Society the right to publish the work in any form.

Applications for the scholorship will be accepted until November 1. The winner will be selected and presented for approval at the November board meeting. The winner will be invited to attend the December board meeting to receive the scholarship. For more information, contact William J. Acuff M.D.,